April 7, 2026

Angel investing is driven by a few outsized wins—but how do you improve your odds? ACA’s new white paper, Improving Angel Returns: A Data-Driven Playbook, delivers data-backed insights and practical strategies to help investors build stronger, more disciplined portfolios.

“Angel investing is not about avoiding failure—it’s about positioning for asymmetric success. This playbook provides investors with a disciplined, evidence-based framework to increase their chances of
capturing those outlier outcomes.”

Drawing on years of aggregated data from leading angel groups, the report explores what truly drives returns—from portfolio construction and deal selection to follow-on strategy and investor engagement.

Read the full press release here.

The 2026 ACA Summit of Angel Investing is almost here—and the agenda is packed with opportunities to learn, connect, and invest smarter.

Start your experience with optional morning activities like the Women’s Hike, then dive into Angel University courses designed to sharpen your strategy. From there, the Summit officially kicks off with mainstage keynotes, including data-driven insights from Carta’s Peter Walker and deep dives into AI, liquidity, and the evolving venture landscape.

Across three days, you’ll find sessions tailored for every level—from new angels to experienced investors and group leaders. Explore breakout tracks on investment strategies, AI in dealmaking, portfolio performance, investor engagement, and more. Plus, don’t miss signature experiences like the Innovation Funders Showcase and Venture Bucks competition.

Whether you’re coming to build your network, refine your approach, or discover what’s next in early-stage investing, the agenda is designed to help you make the most of every moment.

Take a look at the full agenda and start planning your Summit experience.

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